What is the engraving area of the Swift?
The engraving area is 300mm × 300mm.
Does the Swift have safety features?
Yes. The power button can quickly cut off power.
Can the Swift be expanded?
Yes. You can install an extension kit to enlarge the working area to 300mm × 600mm.
What is the operating temperature of the Swift?
Blue-light laser: 0°C – 35°C. Infrared laser: 10°C – 30°C.
Can the Swift use laser modules from other AtomStack machines?
AtomStack offers a 1.8W infrared laser module that is compatible with the Swift.
Can the Swift connect to a computer via WiFi?
Yes. You need to download the AtomStack Studio Beta version to use WiFi. Under normal circumstances, a wired connection is recommended.
What control software is compatible with the Swift?
Compatible with AtomStack Studio, AtomStack APP, and LightBurn.
Note:
- Not recommended: LaserGRBL, because it does not stably support the 460800 baud rate, which may cause stuttering or data errors.
How thick of a wood board can the Swift cut?
With the 7W laser, at 100% power and 120mm/min speed, it can cut 4mm plywood in one pass. With the 12W laser, at 100% power and 110mm/min speed, it can cut 7mm plywood in one pass.
Can the Swift engrave or cut metal?
It can engrave small portions of metal such as black anodized aluminum, stainless steel, galvanized iron, etc. With an infrared laser module, it can engrave most metals.
Note:
- Cutting metal is not recommended due to the low power.
Can the Swift engrave objects like cups or thermos bottles?
Yes. You will need the R6 or R8 rotary attachment. Please refer to the "Swift Rotary Attachment Connection" section.
Can the Swift engrave leather? What settings are recommended?
Yes.
Note:
- 7W laser: Engraving bitmap — 10,000mm/min, 30% power. Cutting 1mm leather — 500mm/min, 100% power.
- 12W laser: Engraving bitmap — 10,000mm/min, 20% power. Cutting 1mm leather — 700mm/min, 100% power.
Does the Swift support rotary devices?
Yes. Please refer to the "Swift Rotary Attachment Connection" section.
Which enclosure is recommended for the Swift?
We recommend the FB2 protective enclosure.
Which air purifier is recommended?
The D3 purifier is recommended.
Note:
- It must be used together with an enclosure, such as the FB2.
Can the Swift use air assist?
Yes. The Swift has a dedicated air assist with a special air nozzle. See the "Swift Air Assist Connection" section for details.
Is there a honeycomb panel for the Swift?
Yes. The dedicated F2N honeycomb panel is available, sized 350mm × 350mm.